Collas Crill’s regulatory and compliance team is recognised for its expertise in digital assets, ITA appeals, sanctions, corporate governance, and contentious regulatory advice. The practice also advises extensively on licensing and funds regulation. Team head Ellie Crespi is highly regarded for her focus on corporate and licensing regulation, economic substance, and AML.
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Testimonials
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'Greg Boyd is extremely strong and business savvy; we enjoy working with him.’
‘The team is always engaged, always quick to get to the point, and understand the situation.'
'Greg Boyd has been a great help.'
Key clients
- TMF
- Trident
- IQEQ
- Blockchain.com
- MAPA Group
- Morgan & Morgan
- TMF
- Trident
- IQEQ
- Geyser Capital
- Arias, Fabrege & Fabrega
- Panoramic Hills Capital Ltd
Work highlights
Carried out the regulatory analysis of the business activities of 4 of the BVI companies of Blockchain.com (primarily focused on VASP and securities and investment business activities).
Advising on the process to apply to the BVI Governor's Office for a sanctions license that would enable our client to receive repayment of the Eurobonds it holds that were issued by two Russian sanctioned entities.
Providing advice to a funds manager with regard to AUM thresholds required under the BVI approved manager scheme, assisting with the application for SIBA investment management licence from the BVI Financial Services Commission.
Practice head
Ellie Crespi
Other key lawyers
Greg Boyd; Annabel Bishop